We start today with a number of deals on unibody MacBook Pro laptops, starting at $999 for a 2.4GHz model. Also on tap: a MacBook Air laptop powered by a Core 2 Duo chip running at 1.86GHz for $1,318. We wrap up the daily spotlight with the Otterbox Defender case for the iPhone 4. The case includes a belt clip and access to the camera lens, dock connector port and home button.
Along the way, we’ll also check out other bargains, including a faux leather iPad case, plus software for your Mac. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.
Refurbished Unibody Apple MacBook Pro Laptops from $999 + free shipping
The Apple Store currently has stock of 21 factory-refurbished unibody MacBook Pro notebooks in its Special Deals section, with prices starting at $999. Combined with free shipping, that puts most systems at lowest-we’ve-seen prices. Sales tax is added where applicable. All come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new Macs. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. Notable laptops:
Refurbished MacBook Pro MC374LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz 13.3″ for $999
refurbished MacBook Pro MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ for $1,269
refurbished MacBook Pro MB985LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 15.4″ for $1,469
refurbished MacBook Pro MB372LL/A Core i5 2.53GHz 15.4″ for $1,699
see all refurbished MacBook Pro laptops at The Apple Store
MacMall.com offers the Apple MacBook Air Intel Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ Notebook for $1,318.23. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for this configuration, which features additional RAM, by $81. Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1440×900 LED-backlit widescreen glossy LCD, 4GB RAM, 128GB solid state drive (SSD), 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, multi-touch trackpad, iSight webcam, and Mac OS X Snow Leopard.
Beach Camera via Buy.com offers the OtterBox Defender Case for iPhone 4 in Black, model no. TEOTTRAPL2I4XXXPTRIND1, for $19.99 with free shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find by $6, although we saw a similar model for $5 less in December (since expired). It includes a belt clip and features openings for the camera lens, dock connector port, and home button.
Today only, HandHeldItems.com offers this Faux Leather Case with Bluetooth Keyboard for Apple iPad in Black bundled with a screen protector and a $2 HHI store credit for $34.99. Coupon code “blkkeybpad” cuts it to $29.99. With $5.95 for shipping, that’s an $8 drop and the lowest total price we could find for a comparable keyboard and case combo by $1. It features a wireless Bluetooth 2.0 silicone keyboard with a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that purports to last up to 48 hours.
Other World Computing offers the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last April.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, Superdrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.
Beach Camera via Buy.com offers the Nikon D3100 14.2-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera bundled with the Nikon NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR Zoom Lens, model no. 25472, for $548 with free shipping. (Proceed to checkout to see this price.) That’s the lowest total price we could find by $31, and it’s $11 under our mention from two weeks ago of this camera and lens bundled with a 4GB SD card (since expired). It features a 3″ LCD, 3fps shooting, 1080p HD video capture, HDMI output, 18 guided shooting options, pop-up flash, SD/SDHC card slot, and more.
Buy.com offers the Western Digital Elements 1.5TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDBAAU0015HBK-NESN, for $78.99. With free shipping, that’s $0.05/GB, $1 under our January mention and the lowest total price we could find by $5. (It was $19 less on Black Friday.) This PC-ready drive can be reformatted for use with Macs.
Today only, 5stardeal.com offers the AJ Kitt Laptop, iPad, Netbook & Tablet Messenger Bag in Grey, model no. 80-9940GRY, for $12.99. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $9. It features a shoulder strap, two lock clips, media pouch, and fits iPad/laptops with up to 13.3″ screens.
Smith Micro offers downloads of Poser Debut for PC and Mac for $29.99. Coupon code “POSDEB15” slices it to $25.49. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen for this new application by $25. (It’s available in a retail box for the same price plus $10.85 for shipping.) Billed as an introductory version of Poser, this software allows you to learn 3D design via project guides. It also features over 1GB of “ready-to-go” 3D content, training videos, and tutorials. Deal ends February 16. Of note, an optional Extended Download Service is added to your cart at checkout for $8.68. (You can remove it.) This service allows you to download your software for up to 2 years from the purchase date.
Extended through today, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Web Remote’s Web Remote 2 for Mac for $12.50. That’s $12 off and the lowest price we could find for this YouTube control software. Click here for more information.
